Does anyone have any recommendations for buying an IPS LCD screen on Aliexpress for the original GBA? There are a lot of different models and revisions of LCDs for this system and they are all priced the same with similar features. I was wondering which LCD would be a safe bet to buy from. Thanks everyone for your help
This type seems to be closest to what all the Youtubers and mod shops use: GBA SP IPS LCD
There are claimed 'no cut' screens as well from this source, but I'm not sure about the quality or fit. They also claim their screen is significantly clearer that other manufacturers: GBA SP IPS LCD #2
I was personally going to go for #2 to see what it's like, but recently discovered the AGS-101 board I was working on had an internal short and a dead CPU.
Sorry, I forgot to ask whether you needed it for the classic or SP. Hopefully it's the latter.
If not, I'd have a look at Macho Nacho on Youtube and also Elliot on Retro Future. Just compare the boards as best as you can. Otherwise if you're totally unsure, go with a reputable vendor recommended by either. It's probably going to cost way more, but you're almost assured quality and support if something is wrong with the item.
Getting your money back from Aliexpress is like squeezing blood from a stone.
Does anyone have any recommendations for buying an IPS LCD screen on Aliexpress for the original GBA? There are a lot of different models and revisions of LCDs for this system and they are all priced the same with similar features. I was wondering which LCD would be a safe bet to buy from. Thanks everyone for your help
US $44.90 20% Off | V2 IPS Screen LCD Kits for GBA Backlight LCD Screen 10 Levels Brightness LCD V2 Screen For GBA Console And pre-cut Shell https://a.aliexpress.com/_mNELz6E
Thank you for the links. I was actually looking for a replacement screen for both GBA models. I like how the GBA SP link is a no cut replacement screen.
Are there any no cut IPS screen replacements for the original GBA model? Or should I just get a replacement shell at that point?
I would just go for the pre-cut shell. It’s about $5 USD more and way less messy. Not that cutting the shell is hard, but it’s very messy and can be time consuming to get the fit right. You can also choose a nice, yummy color too.
Here's the best screens I found. What's confusing is how they have different "version numbers" but all seem to be the same feature wise. Not sure what the version number is supposed to mean. You would assume that a higher version number is both newer and better but that's not usually the case with AliExpress. I picked up a gdemu (Dreamcast ode) and the version numbers were all over the place. Turns out the newer gdemu's had a lower version number. So could be the same here. If I could get some help deciding on which of these five screens to get, I'll leave a review here to let you all know how it is and if there are any cons compared to a more official IPS screen like funnyplaying.
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US $47.00 | 2022 new GBA IPS LCD no cut shell required easy to install 3.0 "IPS high brightness LCD and shell kit for Gameboy advance GBA
US $39.95 23% Off | New 1800mAh Built-in Lithium Battery with Type C Charging Port Battery Cover for GBA with IPS V3 Pre Laminated Screen LCD Kits https://a.aliexpress.com/_mLoPymK
Since I have an extra motherboard, I may get this kit and sell my current GBA.
The new display is amazing! Has 15 levels of adjustable brightness which you can use the shoulder buttons for. There is a minor flaw in which 4 or 5 pixels in a line are black or stuck but it's hardly noticeable because the display resolution is using some sort of overscan so the bad pixels are really small. Also have a rechargeable USB c battery. Almost feels like an old Nintendo switch model now with the USB c port and IPS screen.
The only thing I need now is some kind of glass screen protector I can put over the outer screen. Anyone know where I can find a glass screen that isn't the usual glass screen replacement lens (for OEM LCD screens) you find online?
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